Appropriate Wedding Dress Styles for Different Body Types

Over the decades, bridal fashion has changed almost as fast as regular, high street trends. These days, it’s all about what’s on the catwalk, what celebrities are wearing and what the biggest designers are doing with their fabrics. Forty years ago, the popular styles were grand, overstated and extravagant. Think Princess Diana at her ceremony in 1981.

9 Tips To Get Fit For Your Wedding

We all know that there`s nothing like an engagement ring to motivate a woman to get serious about her shape. Just putting the ring on your finger, you tell yourself “I`m getting married! Oh my God!”  These words make any bride both excited as well as very nervous. The dress. The venue. The menu. So much to do! And most importantly, how to get fit or even lose some inches because you want to be the most beautiful on this big day?

Please, calm down and don't panic! We have prepared 9 proven tips that will definitely help you get fitted for your wedding and look your best on this great day.

Your Wedding Dress - What No One Ever Told You

By Zyana Hault

From that magical moment you say yes to the proposal, the first thing that pops up in your head is wedding planning, from the menu, flowers, cake and of course the highlight of your night, the wedding dress. No matter how many times you’ve been the bride’s maid or the numerous weddings you’ve attended. There are just certain things you just won’t find out until the day you put on that wedding dress yourself. Here I am going to discuss few things that no one ever told you about the wedding and things related to it.

Knockoff Nightmares - Angry Brides Reveal Ugly Copies of Designer Wedding Dresses

When I was looking for a wedding gown, some friends suggested ordering a designer brand from eBay, so it could be made more cheaply in China. I declined, and we went to stores till I found one I liked and which I could afford.

But I've had friends over the years who took that option. Some were lucky and got good look-alikes of their favorite designer gowns, others regretted that decision when their terrible knockoffs arrived.

Bride-to-Be Trashes Wedding Dress After Fiancé Calls It Off - [Photos & Video]

Five days before her wedding, Shelby Swink’s fiancé told her he wasn’t in love with her anymore. The next couple days, she says, were a blur of calling guests, canceling services, and figuring out our living arrangements.

But then, the planned wedding photographer suggested she trash her wedding dress on the day, and Shelby decided that wasn’t such a bad idea.

Champagne and Gold! Jessica Simpson's Breathtaking Wedding Gown - First Photos

Jessica Simpson got married to fiancee of four years Eric Johnson last Saturday [see details]. The singer got married in a stunning gold dress by Carolina Herrera.

Jessica worked with Carolina to create the breathtaking gown. The dress was a lovely champagne and gold strapless multi-layer tulle gown. “The whole dress is embroidered in gold and feels very regal,” Carolina told People.

 In addition, Jessica donned a cathedral length veil as well as Brian Atwood shoes and Neil Lane jewels. As for any bride, Jessica needed something blue, so Carolina added a blue ribbon inside the gown. The dress itself was a gorgeous array of gold embroidery over white tulle and lace, as revealed in its sketch.

See more pictures below...

Ohimai Amaize Weds Tessy Oliseh - See Their One-of-a-Kind Wedding Cake

Ohimai Amaize, popularly known as Mr Fix Nigeria got married today to Tessy Oliseh, fashion designer and younger sister to Super Eagles captain, Sunday Oliseh. The couple celebrated their marriage in Lagos with family and friends, and one of the highlights of the occasion was their amazing wedding cake in the shape of a tree with branches.

Tiwa Savage Weds Teebillz - The Wedding Dress, Photoshoot and More Pictures

Tiwa Savage, now Mrs Balogun since the wedding ceremony is over, got married in a beautiful ivory Vera Wang wedding gown and the wedding was shot by Alakija Studios. Amazing photography and the couple complement each other perfectly!

Wedding Gown Ideas From The Emmy's Red Carpet - Which is Your Favorite?

Earlier this year, ladies at the Cannes Film Festival walked the red carpet promoting their movies, several wore white, cream, ivory, gold or champagne gowns that looked very much like wedding gowns [see post]. This time we're looking at the stars on the Emmys red carpet. Their dresses will definitely inspire any bride to be who is still looking for her gown. Even if you're not, which of these gowns is your favorite for a wedding gown inspiration?

Yes To The Dress - Jamila's Wedding Story Featuring Allure 9025

Jamila is a Muslim, and for her wedding dress, she wanted a modest gown, especially around the neckline. In her search for the perfect wedding dress in magazines, online, and in stores, she fell in love with the Allure 9025. Jamila's mermaid gown has delicate lace applique all over, and the crystal and pearl embellished bodice has a high scooped neckline that flows into lovely cap sleeves. Enjoy her journey to the dress below.

Yes To The Dress - Irene's Wedding Story Featuring Allure 8900

When Irene first started searching for wedding dresses online, she had an idea of what she wanted - a modest gown with lace. The one she finally said yes to was the Allure 8900 which is an A-Line gown featuring lace applique throughout. It has a fitted bodice with a v-shaped neckline and sheer lace detailing on the 3/4 length sleeves and fully covered back. Enjoy Irene's wedding story below.

Cannes Red Carpet Dresses That Look Like Wedding Gowns

Liya Kebede

The Cannes 2013 Film Festival officially roundd off yesterday, and through it all some gorgeous gowns have graced the red carpet. Quite a number of them reminded me of wedding gowns, Nicole Kidman wore a couple of them, but I liked this one by Liya Kebede the most. Enjoy, and tell me which is your favorite in the comments...